Wednesday 6th May 2026

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Union President-Elect found guilty of electoral fraud by Tribunal

Catherine Xu, the Oxford Union’s President-Elect for Michaelmas 2026, has been permanently barred from holding office at the Society after an Election Tribunal found that she orchestrated a scheme to impersonate legitimate voters at the Hilary Term 2026 election.

Honorary Degree recipients announced for 2026

The University of Oxford has announced its 2026 honorary degree recipients, with seven individuals to be conferred with degrees at the Encaenia ceremony on 24th June. 

Oxford research changes scientists’ understanding of the development of complex life

A collaborative study by researchers from the University of Oxford’s Museum of Natural History and Oxford’s Department of Earth Science, alongside experts from Yunnan University in China, has shown that complex animal life developed earlier than previously thought. 

University announces new Centre for Korean Studies at Schwarzman Centre opening

The University of Oxford announced plans to establish the Oxford Centre for Korean Studies, at the official opening of the Schwarzman Centre over the weekend. 

Oxford research maps populations’ genetic histories

The ancestral genetic mix of populations across the world has been mapped by a research team from Oxford and UCL

Wadham Warden brought into Blair and Brooks debacle

Lord Ken MacDonald QC recommended by Blair as potential chair of hacking inquiry

Wadham lobbies for rusticated students

SU passes unanimous motion to offer resources to suspended students

Oxford research influences NHS decision

A study published by Oxford professors has been used to inform a clinical guideline concerning cardiovascular treatment

St Peter’s receives controversial £5million donation

St Peter's College has attracted interest in accepting a donation from senior employees in Perenco, a large oil company.

Wadham JCR electronics trashed

£3,000 of electronic equipment damaged in Wadham JCR

Oxford MP criticises pro-life adverts on Oxford buses

LIFE pregnancy centre reported to Advertising Standards after counsellor links abortion to risk of breast cancer

History special subjects restricted

Students frustrated as faculty cuts “24-capped” Special Subjects

Exeter students go on indefinite hall strike

JCR launches hall strike to protest 'ludicrous' £840 food fee

Oxford don in sexism row

Fellow of New College criticised for comments in the Financial Times

New IRA claims responsibility for Oxford bomb

“Fireball” device part of campaign against UK recruitment offices

Students protest against Oxford investments

Campaigners call for divestment from fossil fuel companies in Radcliffe Square

Future’s bright for Oxonians in spite of national trend

Almost half of UK graduates cannot find work six months after graduation, but Oxford alumni fare better

Union hosts Chelsea Manning awards ceremony

Edward Snowden praises 2014 Sam Adams Award recipient Manning in an exclusive video shown at the Oxford Union

New IRA claims responsibility for Oxford bomb threat

Scotland Yard confirms that the republican terrorist group used a recognised codeword to claim responsibility for the Army Careers parcel bomb

What does OUSU really do for Oxford students?

With Oriel JCR having recently voted to disaffiliate from OUSU, Cherwell asks what role Oxford's student union plays

Disgruntled Oxford residents form Tenants’ Union

Tenants gather at Town Hall to discuss solutions to common Oxford letting woes

Teddy Hall student impaled on fence

A Teddy Hall first year is in recovery after injuring his leg climbing over Christ Church Meadow fence

Investigation: Animal Testing

‘Vivisection’ or life-saving research? Cherwell looks at the national debate surrounding the ethics of animal testing

Fresher taken back to college by the police

Exeter classicist chants “fuck the police” on trip back from Bridge

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